| | Swe-Cham News Feed | January 27, 2025 | | | | | | | |
Coming soon: Business Climate Survey 2025 in the Netherlands
| | The Business Climate Survey 2025 is launching next Monday, February 3. This is an appreciated and important tool used by Team Sweden in the Netherlands to map the opportunities and challenges Swedish companies face when doing business in the Netherlands. This year marks the survey’s fifth executive year in the Netherlands, and 38 countries partake in the collaboration worldwide. Representatives of Swedish-linked businesses in the Netherlands will have the opportunity to make their voices heard regarding the Swedish-Dutch business landscape.
We look forward to receiving the responses and presenting the results at an event with the Swedish Chamber this spring. | | | | | | | |
Are You the Next Management Trainee?
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The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands invites young professionals to apply for the 2025-2026 International Management Trainee Program. Recruitment is ongoing and applications close on March 2, 2025
This traineeship offers the chance to gain hands-on international business experience, build valuable networks, and participate in seminars and business development activities.
Don't miss the opportunity to boost your career and expand your global connections!
| | Welcome New Member Fristads Workwear - Benelux | The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to warmly welcome new member Fristads Workwear - Benelux.
We look forward to a fruitful collaboration and to introducing our newest member to our Swedish-Dutch business community.
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Applications for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Scholarship – Powered by Saab close on January 31, 2025.
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The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Scholarship – Powered by Saab supports master’s students in Sweden or the Netherlands conducting sustainability-focused research with relevance to both countries.
The scholarship offers up to €4,000 annually to fund research-related activities such as travel, conferences, and materials. It is open to two-year (120 ECTS) master’s students aged 21–36, holding Swedish or Dutch citizenship. Eligible projects must focus on sustainability with potential business applications.
Recipients will present their research at a Chamber event in 2025, highlighting their contributions to advancing sustainability and fostering collaboration between Sweden and the Netherlands.
Apply now before January 31, 2025! | | | | | | | |
Top five tech trends 2025 report
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In a recent LinkedIn post, Dr. Cara Antoine, Executive Vice President at Capgemini and keynote speaker at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce Annual Sustainability and Innovation Event on December 6, 2024, highlighted the Capgemini Research Institute's Tech Trends 2025 report, which identifies the Top 5 Tech Trends set to reshape industries and redefine possibilities.
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Swedish Chamber of Commerce Mentorship Program, Class of 2025 | Hear from our mentor coach, Hendrik Jan Guitink, as he discusses the exciting journey ahead for the Class of ’25.
"We are very excited that we will start a new version of our Mentorship Program on March 6.."
"The program is developed to give our participants the chance to connect and learn from experienced professionals and be part of a network that can last a lifetime".
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The Swedish Lunch at WEF 2025: Celebrating 10 Years
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On January 22, 2025, The Swedish Lunch marks its 10th anniversary at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Since its launch in 2014, this private event has brought together global leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss sustainability, equality, innovation, and inclusive growth.
This year, the event will focus on key global topics, including:
Sustainability & Impact Investing
AI & Global Progress
Inclusive Growth | |
Ingka Group’s €1 Billion Commitment to Recycling Infrastructure | As part of an ongoing commitment to sustainability, Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, is taking influential steps to support the circular economy. Through its investment arm, Ingka Investments, the group aims to invest €1 billion in companies advancing recycling infrastructure. This initiative reflects the organization's mission to address critical environmental challenges by increasing recycling capacity and reducing waste.
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